Voter ID  |  S921

S921 proposes a constitutional amendment requiring all voters, not just those voting in person, to present photographic identification before voting.

The North Carolina State House of Representatives passed SB921 on December 11, 2024 by a vote of 73 to 45. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because voter ID laws are essential for preserving the integrity of our election process. Article IV, Section 2 of the U.S. Constitution guarantees that “citizens” of the United States “shall be entitled to all privileges and immunities,” including the right to vote as outlined in the 26th Amendment.

Disaster Recovery Funds  |  S743

S743 allocates additional funds to support recovery efforts from Hurricane Helene, including $16.75 million for the NC Community College System, $65 million for the Department of Public Instruction, $71.4 million for the Department of Health and Human Services and many other programs totaling over $644 million in spending.

The North Carolina State House of Representatives passed S743 on October 24, 2024 by a vote of 108 to 0. We have assigned pluses to the nays because, as President Grover Cleveland stated in his 1887 veto message for the Texas Seed Bill, “I can find no warrant for such an appropriation in the Constitution, and I do not believe that the power and duty of the General Government ought to be extended to the relief of individual suffering…. Though the people support the Government the, Government should not support the people.” Both that bill and S743 intended to secure government assistance for local disasters. However, it is not the government’s role to solve every problem; these issues should be addressed by the private sector, the generosity of our friends and neighbors, and the principles of individualism.

Central Bank Digital Currency Ban  |  H690

H690 prohibits state agencies and the General Court of Justice from accepting payments in central bank digital currency (CBDC) or participating in Federal Reserve CBDC tests. The bill defines CBDC as a digital currency issued by the U.S. Federal Reserve or another federal agency.

The North Carolina State House of Representatives overrode the governor’s veto on July 31, 2024 by a vote of 73 to 41. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because Article I, Sections 8 and 10 of the U.S. Constitution state that only Congress has the power to coin money. States should take steps to return to the gold standard and embrace the use of real money. A digital currency can be easily tracked, allowing the government to monitor all financial transactions. This could lead to unconstitutional and extensive surveillance of individuals’ financial activities, eroding personal privacy and potentially freezing assets, which is already happening in other countries.

Clean Voter Rolls  |  H1071

H1071 requires the State Board of Elections to create a uniform system for voter-roll maintenance using data from election-integrity organizations. It also mandates quarterly reports to the General Assembly detailing corrections made to voter rolls by county.

The North Carolina State House of Representatives passed H1071 on June 27, 2024 by a vote of 66 to 45. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because any effort to clean up the voter rolls is a good step for election integrity. States should exercise their authority, under Article 1, Section 4, of the U.S. Constitution, to implement free, fair, and secure elections.

Masks and Protests  |  H237

H237 revises public mask-wearing laws by removing the health and safety exemption and imposes harsher penalties for crimes committed while wearing a mask or concealing identity. It ensures religious institutions are not subjected to stricter emergency restrictions than other entities like businesses. Additionally, the bill increases penalties for obstructing roads or hindering emergency vehicles during demonstrations and allows civil liability for organizers of such events.

The North Carolina State House of Representatives overrode the Governor’s veto on June 26, 2024 by a vote of 70 to 46. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because this legislation is an important step toward preserving First Amendment-protected rights, protecting individual freedoms, and ensuring the restoration of law and order in local communities.

Occupancy Tax  |  H1019

H1019 authorizes McDowell County to impose an additional 1% room occupancy tax and allows Caswell and Pender Counties to create taxing districts with the authority to levy a 3% room occupancy tax in certain areas.

The North Carolina State House of Representatives passed H1019 on June 11, 2024 by a vote of 112 to 0. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this legislation enables further taxation — placing additional financial burdens on individuals already overtaxed by big government. Such measures not only strain taxpayers, but also contribute to the expansion of government. Legislators should prioritize cutting taxes and reducing government intrusion into people’s lives.

Income Tax Cap  |  S920

S920 proposes a constitutional amendment to limit the state’s income tax rate to a maximum of 5%, down from the current cap of 7%.

The North Carolina State Senate passed S920 on December 2, 2024 by a vote of 30 to 19. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because the income tax is an immoral, anti-constitutional act of government-imposed theft that takes from citizens the wages they have rightfully earned. It disparages the principles of the Bill of Rights and 14^th Amendment, which were intended to safeguard “private property” and guarantee “equal protection of the laws” for all Americans.

Voter ID  |  S921

S921 proposes a constitutional amendment requiring all voters, not just those voting in person, to present photographic identification before voting.

The North Carolina State Senate passed SB921 on December 2, 2024 by a vote of 30 to 19. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because voter ID laws are essential for preserving the integrity of our election process. Article IV, Section 2 of the U.S. Constitution guarantees that “citizens” of the United States “shall be entitled to all privileges and immunities,” including the right to vote as outlined in the 26th Amendment.

Con-Con: Term Limits  |  H151

H151 would create an application by the General Assembly to the U.S. Congress for a federal constitutional convention for the purpose of proposing a U.S. constitutional amendment to impose term limits on members of Congress.

The North Carolina State Senate passed H151 on December 2, 2024 by a vote of 29 to 20. We have assigned pluses to the nays because efforts to call an Article V convention should be resisted. The states should act immediately to nullify all unconstitutional federal laws, rather than risk a constitutional convention. Article V of the U.S. Constitution was designed to correct potential errors or defects in the Constitution, not the failure of elected officials to uphold their oath of office.

Central Bank Digital Currency Ban  |  H690

H690 prohibits state agencies and the General Court of Justice from accepting payments in central bank digital currency (CBDC) or participating in Federal Reserve CBDC tests. The bill defines CBDC as a digital currency issued by the U.S. Federal Reserve or another federal agency.

The North Carolina State House of Representatives overrode the governor’s veto on September 9, 2024 by a vote of 27 to 17. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because Article I, Sections 8 and 10 of the U.S. Constitution state that only Congress has the power to coin money. States should take steps to return to the gold standard and embrace the use of real money. A digital currency can be easily tracked, allowing the government to monitor all financial transactions. This could lead to unconstitutional and extensive surveillance of individuals’ financial activities, eroding personal privacy and potentially freezing assets, which is already happening in other countries.

Masks and Protests  |  H237

H237 revises public mask-wearing laws by removing the health and safety exemption and imposes harsher penalties for crimes committed while wearing a mask or concealing identity. It ensures religious institutions are not subjected to stricter emergency restrictions than other entities like businesses. Additionally, the bill increases penalties for obstructing roads or hindering emergency vehicles during demonstrations and allows civil liability for organizers of such events.

The North Carolina State Senate overrode the Governor’s veto on June 27, 2024 by a vote of 30 to 14. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because this legislation is an important step toward preserving First Amendment-protected rights, protecting individual freedoms, and ensuring the restoration of law and order in local communities.

School Choice Expansion  |  H823

H823 expands access to school-choice opportunity scholarships by removing the public-school enrollment requirement and allowing eligibility based solely on state residency. Scholarship amounts range from 45% to 100% of average per-student funding, depending on household income, with income verification required only for awards exceeding 45%. The bill allocates $248 million in nonrecurring funds for 2024-2025 and $215.46 million in recurring funds to support Opportunity Scholarships and special education accounts, with planned annual funding increases through 2033.

The North Carolina State Senate passed H823 on May 2, 2024 by a vote of 28 to 15. We have assigned pluses to the nays because all government money comes with strings attached. Public money for private school might sound good in theory, but they expand government involvement into all aspects of education — including homeschools and religious schools — and can potentially affect rules and curriculum. Additionally, this legislation grossly prioritizes certain people and schools over others. We encourage all parents to get their children out of the government school system and instead pursue sound alternatives such as homeschooling and patriotic private schools, such as FreedomProject Academy, that don’t accept government funds.

Charter School Omnibus  |  H219

H219 makes various changes to laws affecting charter schools by removing restrictions on enrollment growth for low performance, permitting admission of out-of-state students and foreign exchange students, and allowing counties to appropriate property taxes to fund capital needs.

The Senate passed H219 on August 16, 2023, by a vote of 27 to 18, following the Governor’s veto. We have assigned pluses to the noes because charter schools are government-funded schools by another name, and education is not the role of government. A child’s education is the responsibility of—and a fundamental right of choice retained by—his or her parents. Educational freedom cannot be achieved by forcing other citizens to furnish their tax dollars for a compulsory, failing, and government-controlled K-12 school system.

Parents’ Bill of Rights  |  S49

S49 establishes a Parents’ Bill of Rights enumerating certain rights of parents related to the education, health, privacy, and safety of their child.

The Senate passed S49 on August 16, 2023, by a vote of 27 to 18, overriding the Governor’s veto. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because the upbringing, care, and control of children belongs to—and is a fundamental right of—parents, not the government. Parental rights, as with all other fundamental rights, are protected by the Bill of Rights and the 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.

Parents’ Bill of Rights  |  S49

S49 establishes a Parents’ Bill of Rights enumerating certain rights of parents related to the education, health, privacy, and safety of their child.

The House passed S49 on August 16, 2023, by a vote of 72 to 47, overriding the Governor’s veto. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because the upbringing, care, and control of children belongs to—and is a fundamental right of—parents, not the government. Parental rights, as with all other fundamental rights, are protected by the Bill of Rights and the 14th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution.

Restoring Sound Money  |  H721

H721 would require the State Treasurer to conduct a study on the creation of a North Carolina Bullion Depository for storing certain investment metals, such as gold, and virtual currency, such as Bitcoin. 

The House passed H721 on June 28, 2023, by a vote of 73 to 40. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because this bill would help restore sound money and enforce the U.S. Constitution’s monetary provisions. According to Article 1, Section 10, of the Constitution, “No State shall…make any Thing but gold and silver Coin a Tender in Payment of Debts.” States can and must act now to protect Americans’ financial freedom and privacy by both ending the Federal Reserve’s unconstitutional monopoly on money and thwarting the federal government’s tyrannical plans to impose a Central Bank Digital Currency.

Prohibiting ESG-Based State Contracts  |  H750

H750 prohibits state entities from using environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria or economically targeted investments (ETI) requirements when awarding state contracts or making employment decisions.

The Senate passed H750 on June 27, 2023, by a vote of 29 to 16, overriding the Governor’s veto. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because it is unconstitutional for state entities to condition public contracts or employment based on all-encompassing ‘woke’ ESG/ETI factors that compel Americans to relinquish their fundamental rights. As a political and ideological scam that seeks to proliferate worldwide, implement a ‘social credit’ rating system, and advance the United Nations’ Agenda 2030, the ESG/ETI movement rejects private property and freedom of association. It attempts to restrict access to certain services by preventing both individuals and companies from entering into contracts voluntarily based on their own interests, which violates the due process and equal protection clauses of the Fifth and 14^th Amendments to the U.S. Constitution.

Abortion Restrictions  |  S20

S20 restricts abortion after 12 weeks of a woman’s pregnancy, rather than 20 weeks, except in cases of rape or incest, a life-limiting anomaly, or a medical emergency.   

The Senate passed S20 on May 16, 2023, by a vote of 30 to 20, overriding the Governor’s veto. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because North Carolina should act to ban the practice of abortion entirely and secure the right to life for all persons. The right to life is the most fundamental, God-given, and unalienable right asserted in the Declaration of Independence and protected by the Fifth and 14th Amendments to the U.S. Constitution.

Abortion Restrictions  |  S20

S20 restricts abortion after 12 weeks of a woman’s pregnancy, rather than 20 weeks, except in cases of rape or incest, a life-limiting anomaly, or a medical emergency.   

The House passed S20 on May 16, 2023, by a vote of 72 to 48, overriding the Governor’s veto. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because North Carolina should act to ban the practice of abortion entirely and secure the right to life for all persons. The right to life is the most fundamental, God-given, and unalienable right asserted in the Declaration of Independence and protected by the Fifth and 14th Amendments to the U.S. Constitution.

Second Amendment Freedom and Protections  |  S41

S41 repeals the requirement to obtain a pistol purchase permit, makes an exception for concealed carry in places of religious worship located on privately-owned school property, and authorizes concealed carry for certain law enforcement facility employees.

The Senate passed S41 on March 28, 2023, by a vote of 30 to 19, overriding the Governor’s veto. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because government has a duty to secure an individual’s natural and unalienable right to self-defense, regardless of their location in a place of worship or school. The Second Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees that the right of the American people “to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.”

Expanding Government Healthcare  |  H76

H76 provides Medicaid coverage though NC Health Works to adults aged 18-64 with incomes up to 133% of the federal poverty level, while authorizing increased Medicaid reimbursements to hospitals.

The Senate passed H76 on March 15, 2023, by a vote of 44 to 2. We have assigned pluses to the noes because neither healthcare nor social welfare is the legitimate object of government. Medicaid, like other so-called ‘entitlement programs,’ not only causes more debt, poverty, and government dependency in the United States, but continues the anti-constitutional and discriminatory act of income-based taxpayer theft, which deprives hardworking American citizens of their right to the wages they have earned. The Bill of Rights and 14th Amendment were intended to safeguard against undue disparagements of a person’s “property” and provide “equal protection of the laws” for all Americans.

Article V Convention  |  H235

H235 would apply to Congress for a “convention of the states” under Article V of the U.S. Constitution “limited to proposing amendments to the United States Constitution that impose fiscal restraints on the federal government, limit the power and jurisdiction of the federal government, and limit the terms of office for its officials and for members of Congress.”

The House passed H235 on March 8, 2023, by a vote of 61 to 55. We have assigned pluses to the noes because efforts to call an Article V convention should be resisted. The States should act immediately to nullify all unconstitutional federal laws, rather than risk a constitutional convention. Article V of the U.S. Constitution was designed to correct potential errors or defects in the Constitution, not the failure of elected officials to uphold their oath of office.

Pistol Purchase Permit Repeal  |  H50

H50 would repeal the requirement to obtain a pistol purchase permit from the sheriff prior to the purchase or receipt of a pistol.

The House passed H50 on February 22, 2023, by a vote of 67 to 48. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because this stand-alone bill would have simply removed the state’s blatantly unconstitutional pistol purchase permit requirement. The Second Amendment to the U.S. Constitution guarantees that the right of the American people “to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.”

Expanding Government Healthcare  |  H76

H76 provides Medicaid coverage though NC Health Works to adults aged 18-64 with incomes up to 133% of the federal poverty level, while authorizing increased Medicaid reimbursements to hospitals.

The House passed H76 on February 16, 2023, by a vote of 92 to 22. We have assigned pluses to the noes because neither healthcare nor social welfare is the legitimate object of government. Medicaid, like other so-called ‘entitlement programs,’ not only causes more debt, poverty, and government dependency in the United States, but continues the anti-constitutional and discriminatory act of income-based taxpayer theft, which deprives hardworking American citizens of their right to the wages they have earned. The Bill of Rights and 14th Amendment were intended to safeguard against undue disparagements of a person’s “property” and provide “equal protection of the laws” for all Americans.

Con-Con – Term Limits  |  H172

H172 applies to Congress for an Article V convention of states for the sole purpose of imposing term limits on Congress.

The North Carolina House of Representatives passed H172 on March 17, 2021 by a vote of 61 to 52. We have assigned plusses to the nays because a so-called “Convention of the States” would not be of “limited” purpose. The vague and contradictory text contained in this joint resolution dangerously permits what Article V of the U.S. Constitution describes as a “Convention for proposing Amendments” or second constitutional convention. Notably, Article V of the U.S. Constitution was designed to correct structural deficiencies in the federal government, not the behavior of its elected officials. H172 should be opposed in favor of less risky, more precise, and immediate solutions that would restore power back to the states and to the people, such as clear-cut proposals in Congress to repeal bad amendments or state nullification of specific unauthorized federal laws.

Con-Con  |  H233

H233 would apply to the United States Congress for a Convention of the States to propose amendments to the United States Constitution to impose a balanced budget amendment, to limit the power of the federal government, and to limit the terms of office for members of Congress.

The North Carolina House of Representatives passed H233 on May 5, 2021 by a vote of 60 to 57. We have assigned pluses to the nays because a “Convention of the States” would not be of “limited” purpose. Notably, Article V of the U.S. Constitution was designed to correct structural deficiencies in the federal government, not the behavior of its elected officials. H233 should be opposed in favor of less risky, more precise, and immediate solutions that would restore power back to the states and to the people, such as clear-cut proposals in Congress to repeal bad amendments or state nullification of specific unauthorized federal laws.

Additional COVID-19 Relief  |  S172

S172 appropriates $6,400,545,070 in federal funds received by the State under the ARPA and specifies the estimated amounts to be received by the State.

The North Carolina State House of Representatives passed S172 on May 20, 2021 by a vote of 100 to 2. We have assigned pluses to the nays because the spending of taxpayer money for purposes not authorized under Art. 1 Sec. 8 of the U.S. Constitution tightens the federal-state lockstep on redistribution of income. Additionally, distribution of federal taxpayer dollars comes with contingencies and requirements, forcing states into situations that violate the U.S. Constitution.

Rural Healthcare Access  |  S408

S408 expands Medicaid coverage for adults aged 18-64 with incomes up to 133% of the federal poverty level and invests $1 billion to address the opioid, substance abuse, and mental health crisis using American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, This legislation also include proposals to increase access to healthcare in rural areas of the State. 

The North Carolina State House of Representatives passed S408 on June 28, 2022 by a vote of 102 to 6. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this law greatly expands the size of government, creating a program that only benefits one faction of the population. Also, the spending of taxpayer money for purposes not authorized under Art. 1 Sec. 8 of the U.S. Constitution tightens the federal-state lockstep on redistribution of income. Additionally, distribution of federal taxpayer dollars comes with contingencies and requirements, forcing states into situations that violate the U.S. Constitution. Healthcare is not a right under the constitution.

Prohibit Private Money in Elections  |  S725

S725 bans North Carolina election boards and officials in counties from accepting private money to run elections (Zuckerbucks).

The North Carolina State House of Representatives passed S725 on November 18, 2021 by a vote of 63 to 48. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because strengthening our election laws are crucial in the preservation of our election process and election integrity. Article IV, Section 2, of the U.S. Constitution provides that “citizens” of the United States “shall be entitled to all privileges and immunities,” such as the “right of citizens of the United States” to vote as prescribed in the 26th Amendment. Tightening election laws preserve the integrity of the election process and keeping outside money out of elections will prevent outside influence of elections.

Pistol Purchase Permit Repeal  |  H398

H398 repeals the pistol purchase permit system in North Carolina. 

The North Carolina House of Representatives passed H398 on May 5, 2021 by a vote of 69 to 48. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because the fundamental right of the American people to keep and bear arms is protected by the 2^nd Amendment of the U.S. Constitution and there should be no infringement whatsoever on that right.

Additional COVID-19 Relief  |  S172

S172 appropriates $6,400,545,070 in federal funds received by the State under the ARPA and specifies the estimated amounts to be received by the State.

The North Carolina State Senate passed S172 on May 20, 2021 by a vote of 49 to 0. We have assigned pluses to the nays because the spending of taxpayer money for purposes not authorized under Art. 1 Sec. 8 of the U.S. Constitution tightens the federal-state lockstep on redistribution of income. Additionally, distribution of federal taxpayer dollars comes with contingencies and requirements, forcing states into situations that violate the U.S. Constitution.

Emissions Reduction  |  H951

H951 requires the Utilities Commission to take all reasonable steps to achieve a 70% reduction in emissions of carbon dioxide from electric public utilities from 2005 levels by the year 2030, and carbon neutrality by the year 2050. 

The North Carolina State Senate passed H951 on October 6, 2021 by a vote of 42 to 7. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this legislation advances the Marxist climate change agenda and taxpayers should not be on the hook for this cost.

Rural Healthcare Access  |  S408

S408 expands Medicaid coverage for adults aged 18-64 with incomes up to 133% of the federal poverty level and invests $1 billion to address the opioid, substance abuse, and mental health crisis using American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, This legislation also include proposals to increase access to healthcare in rural areas of the State. 

The North Carolina State Senate passed S408 on May 10, 2021 by a vote of 49 to 0. We have assigned pluses to the nays because this law greatly expands the size of government, creating a program that only benefits one faction of the population. Also, the spending of taxpayer money for purposes not authorized under Art. 1 Sec. 8 of the U.S. Constitution tightens the federal-state lockstep on redistribution of income. Additionally, distribution of federal taxpayer dollars comes with contingencies and requirements, forcing states into situations that violate the U.S. Constitution. Healthcare is not a right under the constitution.

Require Cooperation with ICE  |  S101

S101 Requires that state officials must work with ICE and make sure they are aware when an individual charged with certain offenses was in custody and that person’s legal residency or United States citizenship status was undetermined.

The North Carolina State Senate passed S101 on July 1, 2022 by a vote of 25 to 19. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because state or local governments that pursue “sanctuary policy” undermine the U.S. Constitution’s provision, in both Art. I Sec. 8 and Art. 2 Sec. 3, that the federal government shall have the power to establish uniform immigration law and ensure that such law be faithfully executed.  Moreover, the 10^th Amendment reserves powers to the states that can be used to address the crisis of illegal immigration and provide for their own public safety.

Prohibit Private Money in Elections  |  S725

S725 bans North Carolina election boards and officials in counties from accepting private money to run elections (Zuckerbucks).

The North Carolina State Senate passed S725 on November 29, 2021 by a vote of 27 to 19. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because strengthening our election laws are crucial in the preservation of our election process and election integrity. Article IV, Section 2, of the U.S. Constitution provides that “citizens” of the United States “shall be entitled to all privileges and immunities,” such as the “right of citizens of the United States” to vote as prescribed in the 26th Amendment. Tightening election laws preserve the integrity of the election process and keeping outside money out of elections will prevent outside influence of elections.

Pistol Purchase Permit Repeal  |  H398

H398 repeals the pistol purchase permit system in North Carolina. 

The North Carolina State Senate passed H398 on August 18, 2021 by a vote of 27 to 20. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because the fundamental right of the American people to keep and bear arms is protected by the 2^nd Amendment of the U.S. Constitution and there should be no infringement whatsoever on that right.